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Quiet HOB for 55g Fresh

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Hi, kids!

I've been using a biowheel 350 for the past couple of years, and my fish and I are satisfied with the water quality. But it is fairly noisy. I would like to replace it with an affordable HOB of equivalent power and capacity, but without the grindy noise.

I've done a whole half hour of google searching, to no avail, so I turn to my friends, the experts at the aquarium forum. You all are more interesting than google, anyway.

Thanks, Killer. I'll look into those. I have indeed thought about going with a canister. I hear they're the best, but two things hold me back: The unknown, and the cost. The latter is the big thing. Better stick with what's affordable for now.

Do not rejoice over me yet, o my enemy, for even if I fall, I will rise again. Even when I dwell in darkness, the Lord will be my light. Micah 7:8

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I think I'll keep my eyes out for a good deal on an AC 110. The Rena HOBs only go "up to 55 gallons," as far as I can find. Canisters are a little more than I can put into the tank right now, but hm...it might be worth it in the long run. And the complete silence wouldn't hurt my feelings.

Thanks again, as always!

T

Do not rejoice over me yet, o my enemy, for even if I fall, I will rise again. Even when I dwell in darkness, the Lord will be my light. Micah 7:8

If you are going to do a canister, Eheim is my choice. Hands down the best quality, more expensive yes, but well worth the extra cost IMO. I've had several over the years and zero problems. they are super quiet as well.